Monday Musings - The Rosary - Prayer and Instruction


In his spirituality, St. Dominic used to have recourse also to material means in prayer, and among other endeavors he made use of the beads to count the “Hail Marys.” Then, noting the people’s ignorance concerning religion, and having to combat the Albigensians who denied the fundamental truths of Christianity, Dominic, inspired by God, thought it well to have the people meditate a truth or mystery every ten “Hail Marys.” Thus, while giving to the people an easy manner of praying, he also gave a simple means of instruction.


(Blessed James Alberione from Champions of the Rosary)
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